Presents material on epigenetics; stem cells; RNAi; comparative genomics; the latest cancer therapies; apoptosis; and cell cycle control and the mechanics of M phase. This book tells the story of cell biology, and creates a framework through which readers may approach this subject that is so central to all of biology.

Serves as an introductory text for use in immunology courses for undergraduates, graduate students and medical students. This book guides the reader through the immune system in different aspects - from the first engagement of innate immunity to the generation of the adaptive immune response and its clinical consequences.

Offers an introduction to the fundamental concepts of cell biology. This book provides the reader with a framework of the basic science that underlies our understanding of biology. It also offers a media DVD-ROM with over 130 animations and videos, and a fresh self-test quizzing feature for students.

Suitable for undergraduate and graduate biology students, this book presents the principles of cancer biology in an organized manner. It provides information on topics such as tumour stem cells and chemotherapeutics. It also offers insights into many aspects of immunology, developmental biology, and neurobiology.

Provides a comprehensive overview of the key concepts in exercise and sport biomechanics.

Shows us how to learn to learn more effectively both as individuals and organizations, and in terms of processes. This title invites us to rethink our perpetual devotion to old ideals and welcome the shift in thinking that must be our first and immediate step.

Given the prevalence of substance abuse in general clinical populations, it is important for healthcare providers to have knowledge and skill in the treatment of these problems. This text provides a summary of the status of the evidence based practice for both the assessment and treatment of specific substance use disorders.

Covers the mathematics necessary for biology students to understand, interpret and discuss biological questions. This book integrates mathematics and biology with the use of colour illustrations and photographs to provide an informative approach to the subject of mathematics and statistics within biological science.

Advances the theoretical bases of health communication in two key areas: communication, identity, and relationships; and health care provider patient interaction. This title aims to underscore the theory that communication processes are a link between personal, social, cultural, and institutional factors and various facets of health and illness.

Presents therapists with viewpoints and practical strategies to help harmonize sexual and spiritual issues in women clients.

Employs memorable stories from the author's own learning experiences to teach Toyota Production System principles. Organized according to the Toyota House model of lean, this title includes stories that provide a framework for understanding.

For over 100 years, academic medical centers (AMCs) have been the bastion of medicine; providing outstanding care and training the next generation of doctors and scientists. Delineating the issues that have lead to the crisis in AMCs, this book provides a different model for achieving success.

Explores the cognitive, motivational, interpersonal, clinical, and applied aspects of psychological uncertainty. This title showcases both the diversity and the unity that defines contemporary perspectives on uncertainty in self within social and personality psychology.

Advances the theoretical bases of health communication in two key areas: communication, identity, and relationships; and health care provider patient interaction. This title aims to underscore the theory that communication processes are a link between personal, social, cultural, and institutional factors and various facets of health and illness.

Documents the knowledge base in the field of leadership preparation and identifies gaps and different directions for research.

Gives a basis for improving psychotherapy practice, research, and training, offering therapists ways of improving their success rate by means of disciplined attention to and reflection upon therapeutic processes across all psychotherapy.

Explores the interface between spiritual and psychological care in the context of disaster recovery work, drawing upon various disasters.

Explores the interface between spiritual and psychological care in the context of disaster recovery work, drawing upon various disasters.

Basic Concepts, Applications, and Programming. Second edition.

Suitable for student researchers, practitioners, and university faculty who are interested in answering applied research questions and objectively evaluating educational and clinical practices.